Although the construction of
the modern American navy was not begun until 1883, there has been a
notable advance within the past few years. In 1910 it was estimated that
our navy is excelled in strength only by that of Great Britain.
Congress, in 1910, continued the policy of "adequate preparation" by
authorizing the construction of two battle-ships a year.
Names of Vessels.--A ship of the first class is given the name
of a State; one of the second class that of a principal city or
river, and the names for ships of the third class are selected by
the President. The navy now contains 312 vessels.
Officers in the Navy.--The titles admiral and vice-admiral,
corresponding to the grades of general and lieutenant-general in
the army, were created by act of Congress to be bestowed on the
following men as recognition for distinguished services during the
Civil War: Admirals Farragut and Porter; and Vice-Admirals
Farragut, Porter, and Rowan.
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